The Green is in West Cornforth, Ferryhill and in Sedgefield district. DL17 9JH is located in the Bishop Middleham and Cornforth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sedgefield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Green, West Cornforth, Ferryhill, DL17 9JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL17 9HL, DL17 9JQ, DL17 9JJ, DL17 9HU, DL17 9JE, DL17 9LB, DL17 9LF, DL17 9JG, DL17 9JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL17 9JH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 51.5% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 46.6% | 48.5% | 1.9% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.1% | 26.5% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 50% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 9.2% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 12.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.1% | 36.3% | 7.2% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 35% | 31.5% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 19.6% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 10.1% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.4% | 21.7% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 12% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 9.7% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 16.1% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 28.1% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -5.7% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.4% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.1% | 97.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 13.7% | 6.0% | 7.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Green was 19.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.4% lower than the Bishop Middleham and Cornforth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Green has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bishop Middleham and Cornforth and the 175th lowest crime rate of 1,724 local areas in County Durham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.7%.
Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 The Green, Ferryhill, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-05-08 | £251,528 |
| 46 The Green, Ferryhill, County Durham Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2024-05-02 | £139,194 |
| Bria Way The Green, Ferryhill, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2024-04-16 | £119,293 |
| Barcroft The Green, Ferryhill, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-03-23 | £502,863 |
| 44 The Green, Ferryhill, County Durham Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2021-09-27 | £185,933 |
DL17 9JH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DL17 9JH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 126 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudhoe Moor Nursery School Tudhoe Moor , DL16 6EX | 3out of 4 | 4,666 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Cornforth Primary School High Street , West Cornforth DL17 9HP | 4out of 4 | 234 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coxhoe Primary School Cornforth Lane , Coxhoe DH6 4EJ | 4out of 4 | 918 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School Academy Cleves Cross , DL17 8QY | 4out of 4 | 2,339 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broom Cottages Primary & Nursery School Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 2out of 4 | 2,937 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowburn Primary School Crowtrees Lane , DH6 5FP | 3out of 4 | 3,554 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferryhill Business and Enterprise College Merrington Road , DL17 8RW | 3out of 4 | 4,767 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Broom Road , DL17 8AN | 3out of 4 | 2,937 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornforth House Partnership | 66-70 High Street | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Square & Compass | 7 The Green | 93 yd | |
| The Flintlock Inn | 48 High Street | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Palace | 55 High Street | 334 yd | |
| Best Kebab | 25 High Street | 560 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Cornforth Primary School High Street | grass pitches | 295 yd |
| West Cornforth Community Centre STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Coxhoe Primary School CORNFORTH LANE | grass pitches | 861 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.